Ever wondered how someone can transform their life from the depths of addiction to a place of joy and peace? In this episode of Positive Recovery MD, Dr. Jason Powers chats with Odette Cressler, the host of the Recovery Elevator podcast, about her incredible journey. Odette opens up about her struggles with an eating disorder that eventually led to alcoholism. She shares how she found a supportive community and began her path to recovery.

Odette emphasizes the importance of asking ourselves tough questions to uncover the root causes of our addictions. She also talks about setting healthy boundaries in relationships and practicing intuitive eating as key steps in her recovery process. This conversation isn't just about overcoming addiction; it's about finding joy even in the midst of struggle. Tune in to hear Odette's inspiring story and gain insights into how you can find your own path to peace and happiness.

Join Odette Cressler and Dr. Jason Powers as they discuss finding joy and peace in the journey of addiction recovery.

Odette Cressler's Path to Joy: From Addiction to Recovery

“The question isn’t, ‘Am I an alcoholic?’, but the real question is, ‘Am I free?’.” - Laura McKowen. Oftentimes it’s easy to recognize a personal addiction, whether it be alcohol abuse or even an eating disorder but very rarely do we get a closer look at the underlying issues. In order to fully be present with ourselves and understand the root cause of our addiction, we must dig deeper and ask the hard questions.  This week, we are speaking with Odette Cressler, host of the Recovery Elevator podcast. Odette shares her past experience with an eating disorder that later manifested into an alcohol addiction and how she was able to find community, peace, and recovery. According to Odette, the Recovery Elevator community empowers individuals to recover from their alcohol addiction and to learn how to live their lives to the fullest.  In this episode, we discuss the importance of finding joy through hardships and struggle in order to find peace within. Odette breaks down the process of addiction recovery by starting with the practice of channeling self-discovery and learning how to ask ourselves honest questions. Odette also shines a light on creating healthy boundaries in our relationships as well as the way we see ourselves and our self-image. We discuss how these boundaries evolve over time and how we can learn from our past experiences.  Topics Discussed <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Learning to find joy through adversity </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">The journey through self-discovery</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Recognizing the “grey area” of addiction</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">How cross-addiction manifests from one addiction to another</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Learning how to ask yourself honest questions</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Debunking the myth behind different body types & eating disorders </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">How to utilize intuitive eating without feeling guilty afterward</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Creating healthy boundaries & how they evolve over time </li> </ul> Connect with Odette Cressler <ul> <li>Mental Health Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/theharmonylane/">https://www.instagram.com/theharmonylane/</a> </li> <li>Podcast Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/recoveryelevator/">https://www.instagram.com/recoveryelevator/</a> </li> </ul> Additional Resources <ul> <li>Recovery Elevator Podcast: <a href= "https://recovery-elevator-sandbox.chargifypay.com/subscribe/yqhq6p9gmrr2"> https://recovery-elevator-sandbox.chargifypay.com/subscribe/yqhq6p9gmrr2</a> </li> </ul> Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Website: <a href= "https://www.positiverecoverymd.com/">https://www.positiverecoverymd.com</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Facebook Group: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032">https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032</a> </li> </ul> YouTube: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg"> https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg</a> Connect with Positive Recovery Centers online <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/">https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/">https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">LinkedIn: <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/"> https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/</a></li> </ul>  Contact Positive Recovery Centers If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help. <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Call: 877-476-2743</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Website: <a href= "https://positiverecovery.com/">https://positiverecovery.com</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Services: <a href= "https://positiverecovery.com/services/">https://positiverecovery.com/services/</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">FAQ: <a href= "https://positiverecovery.com/faq/">https://positiverecovery.com/faq/</a> </li> </ul> --- About Positive Recovery MD Podcast The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.  This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, it will provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.  To join the community, visit <a href= "https://www.positiverecoverymd.com/">https://www.positiverecoverymd.com</a> to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we’ll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.  Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, all supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery? Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in recovery, at work, and at home. This is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science in order to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking, it is not a magic pill, and it is not self-help.  Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

EPISODE 16: Finding Joy in the Journey, with Odette Cressler of the Recovery Elevator

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Ever wondered how someone can transform their life from the depths of addiction to a place of joy and peace? In this episode of Positive Recovery MD, Dr. Jason Powers chats with Odette Cressler, the host of the Recovery Elevator podcast, about her incredible journey. Odette opens up about her struggles with an eating disorder that eventually led to alcoholism. She shares how she found a supportive community and began her path to recovery.Odette emphasizes the importance of asking ourselves tough questions to uncover the root causes of our addictions. She also talks about setting healthy boundaries in relationships and practicing intuitive eating as key steps in her recovery process. This conversation isn't just about overcoming addiction; it's about finding joy even in the midst of struggle. Tune in to hear Odette's inspiring story and gain insights into how you can find your own path to peace and happiness.

Dr. Jason Powers, MD

Positive Recovery MD

EPISODE 16: Finding Joy in the Journey, with Odette Cressler of the Recovery Elevator

EPISODE 16: Finding Joy in the Journey, with Odette Cressler of the Recovery Elevator

EPISODE 16: Finding Joy in the Journey, with Odette Cressler of the Recovery Elevator

Tuesday 22nd September 2020

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Odette Cressler's Path to Joy: From Addiction to Recovery